1 c. brown sugar
2 c. oatmeal
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. shortening
1 lb. dates
1 c. sugar
1 c. boiling water

Mix brown sugar, oatmeal, flour, baking soda and shortening. Cook dates, sugar and boiling water. Spread 1/2 flour mixture in 9"x13" pan. Spread dates and cover with remaining flour mixture. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.